20 Ryokan in Japan

A historical ryokan designated as a tangible cultural property where every room offers a view of the garden

Relax in a traditional Japanese-style guest room and indulge in water from three different hot springs

Introducing Ekoin, a popular shukubo (temple lodging) at Mt. Koya (Koyasan) that has gained great popularity among LIVE JAPAN readers. Due to its high demand, it is recommended to make reservations about 4 months in advance. Staying here provides an opportunity to enjoy quiet time and traditional cultural experiences, and is sure to refresh both mind and body.

A beautiful Japanese inn that has maintained its traditional appearance and hospitality

A 9-minute walk from JR Ueno Station, this Japanese style budget business inn near the station boasts easy access to Asakusa and Akihabara.

Handmade cuisine prepared by the proprietress. Reservations are required for the highly popular Kodo Bento lunch boxes

A well-established ryokan where people of culture would gather for traditional performance art during the Taisho period

An inn that boasts a lobby with ocean views of Sagami Bay, Japanese kaiseki specially prepared by the head chef, and quality spring waters from Atami Isusan Onsen.

A hot spring hotel where you can enjoy a leisurely stay

A modern atmosphere infused with traditional Japanese beauty

Reproducing the traditional Hatago (inn) with a quaint atmosphere

Yokotekan is a hotel located near the famous Ikaho Stone Steps. Enjoy the façade full of gentle lights and refresh your body and spirit in  a reddish-brown “golden” hot spring bath.

A quiet hotel surrounded by the sea and greenery

Admire the early-blooming cherry trees at Kimii-dera Temple and enjoy an onsen that contains highly concentrated mineral

Abundant fresh seafood

This inn is only a few minutes’ walk from Naka-gora Station, and its top floor suite with private open-air bath commands an exclusive vista out to Mount Myojogatake and the Daimoji!

Set in a relaxing atmosphere reserved for adults where a peaceful stay can be enjoyed all year round, this inn also boasts cuisine offered to you from an open kitchen.

A secluded ryokan

A ryokan with a view of a silvery waterfall

A highly-respected hot spring hotel that maintains a 200-year-long tradition of service